Lev: Why so GLUM? Your portfolio took a HIT, but it's NOT the end, right?
Mason
Don't even ask me. I've been in a bad mood for days. And that 6% loss might as well be 60% with how my luck has been lately. Seriously, what did I do to deserve this!?!
That's a toxic way of thinking, you know that?
Mason
Toxic or not, it's the truth.
No, it's not. Your portfolio isn't even close to being the only factor that determines your worth. You still have your family, friends, physical and mental health, so don't be a pessimist.
Mason
I can't help it. I am in a slump. And there are plenty of other factors that could bring you down, too. If I were you, I'd be more worried about that.
Mason
No. Just saying. Anyway, I just want this to be over. And it feels like it won't. What a drag. Mason sighs
It'll be over once the global financial crisis is handled. But that will take time. You have to be patient.
Mason
Global financial crisis? You think we're in a crisis?? What, are you some kind of expert?
I'm the embodiment of a once-stable currency. I know when something is up, and I'm not the only one who knows this either.
Mason
Huh... I guess you have a point. Still, I want everyone to be optimistic here.
There's nothing wrong with being pessimistic sometimes. Sometimes that's what you need to be for survival.
Mason
Well, I'm starting to see things differently after this.
Oh, really? So what changed your mind?
Mason
I've realized that the world doesn't revolve around me. This "financial crisis" is bigger than me. And I shouldn't let it get to me. So... yeah. Mason smiles
See, now that's how you're supposed to think! I mean, don't get me wrong, you are allowed to be pessimistic or even depressed, but sometimes you need to look at the bigger picture too.
Mason
Well, whatever. Anyway, I'm off to go spend time with my family. They're probably sick of hearing about my "financial troubles". Mason stands up See ya later.
Mason
Bye. Mason leaves
Mason
welp, that went better than I expected. He was actually pretty nice.
Lev smiles, feeling content with how well the call went